How to Cocktail: Recipes & Techniques for Building the Best Drinks

Master the art and science of cocktail making with How to Cocktail, the first-ever cocktail book from America’s Test Kitchen. Packed with 150 rigorously tested recipes, step‑by‑step techniques, and expert guidance, this book is designed to help home bartenders craft consistently exceptional drinks — from iconic classics to inventive new creations.

America’s Test Kitchen brings its signature, no‑nonsense, kitchen‑tested approach to the world of mixology. Learn how to properly use bar tools, build balanced cocktails, batch drinks for a crowd, make DIY syrups, bitters, rim salts, garnishes, and even homemade tonic and vermouth. Every recipe is accompanied by clear instruction and stunning photography, making this book both practical and inspiring.

Whether you’re a beginner building confidence or an experienced home bartender looking to refine your craft, How to Cocktail is an essential, comprehensive guide that elevates every drink you make.

✨ Why You’ll Love It

• 150 tested‑until‑perfected recipes for classics, variations, and ATK originals
• Technique‑driven guidance on mixing, measuring, shaking, muddling, batching, and more
• DIY chapters for syrups, bitters, garnishes, rim salts, liqueurs, and cocktail cherries
• Full‑page photography for every drink
• Expert troubleshooting for common cocktail challenges
• Highly rated — 4.7 stars from over 1,000 reviews

📏 Product Details

• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 272
• Publisher: America’s Test Kitchen
• Dimensions: 6.88" × 0.78" × 9.31"